January 14, 2015

Bentley Bentayga name announced for upcoming SUV

It's been almost three years since Bentley got us used to the idea of a Bentley SUV with the debut of the EXP 9 concept. Since then Bentley has released teasers of its new SUV, but we have yet to know what it will be named, until now. Bentley has announced that it has chosen the Bentayga name for the SUV that will be released sometime next year.

November 17, 2014

Bentley Grand Convertible Concept Revealed

Bentley has unveiled the Bentley Grand Convertible concept ahead of its debut this week at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show. Bentley isn't saying if it will produce the Grand Convertible concept, but did say, "We are eagerly awaiting the response of our customers to this car. We will ensure that this car - if it reaches the roads - will be a highly exclusive, extremely limited collector's piece."

September 16, 2014

Bentley has unveiled the 2015 Bentley Mulsanne Speed ahead of its debut next month at the Paris Motor Show. With 530 horsepower on tap, the Mulsanne Speed will be the most powerful version of Bentley's flagship sedan.

May 16, 2014

Bentley Mulsanne 95 Celebrates Bentley's 95th Anniversary

Bentley is celebrating its 95th anniversary with the release of the 'Mulsanne 95,' which is a very limited edition version of the Mulsanne for U.K. buyers. Bentley is only going to produce 15 examples of the Mulsanne 95.

April 9, 2014

Bentley Hybrid Concept Revealed Ahead of its Beijing Debut

Bentley has revealed a new hybrid concept that is going to debut this month in Beijing. The technology is being showcased in the the Bentley Mulsanne, but it will actually be offered in Bentley's new SUV in 2017.

March 25, 2014

Bentley Targets 200 MPH for its SUV

Bentley is reportedly targeting a top speed of 200 mph for its new SUV, which is expected to go on sale in 2016. Bentley originally previewed its SUV with the EXP 9 F concept, but it's being heavily reworked to help it reach the 200 mph target.

March 19, 2014

Bentley's First SUV Will Arrive in 2016

Bentley has released a teaser of its upcoming SUV, which is going to arrive in 2016. Bentley first announced its plans to enter the luxury SUV segment with the EXP 9 F SUV concept at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show and now it's reconfirming those plans.

September 22, 2013

Bentley Mulsanne Convertible Canned

Bentley previewed a convertible version of the Mulsanne with the Mulsanne Convertible concept last year at the 2012 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. Although it was expected to go into production, Bentley CEO Wolfgang Schreiber has confirmed that it will not be produced.

September 18, 2013

Bentley's Upcoming SUV Will Create a New Segment

Bentley's new SUV is slated to arrive in 2016 and it will have a price tag higher than the most expensive Range Rover. According to Bentley the ultra-luxury SUV will create a new segment as the most expensive and luxurious SUV available.

September 3, 2013

2014 Bentley Continental GT V8 S Unveiled with 521-HP

Bentley has unveiled the new 2014 Bentley Continental GT V8 S, which is going to debut next week in Frankfurt. Available as both a coupe and convertible, the new GT V8 S models add a lowered and retuned sports suspension, sharper steering, dramatic 'S' signature styling cues and most importantly a 521-hp V8 engine.

July 23, 2013

Bentley Gives the Green Light to a New SUV

Bentley has officially announced that it is going to produce a new SUV, which will be produced in Crewe and will go on sale in 2016. The new SUV will be Bentley's fourth model and it will create over 1,000 jobs in the UK.

July 12, 2013

Bentley Continental GT3 Debuts at the Goodwood Festival of Speed

Bentley is unveiling the new Continental GT3 race car at the 2013 Goodwood Festival of Speed today. The track ready Continental GT3 is powered by a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 with 600 horsepower that is mated to an Xtrac six-speed sequential gearbox with a limited slip differential.

May 10, 2013

Bentley has announced six new Le Mans Limited Edition trims that are available on the Mulsanne and the Continental models and will be produced exclusively for North America. Each model is inspired by a driver from Bentley's six victories at the legendary Le Mans 24 Hours race.

February 20, 2013

Bentley has unveiled the 2014 Bentley Continental Flying Spur, which is going to have its world debut next month at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show. The 2014 Continental Flying Spur gets a more athletic exterior, reduced weight and is powered by a 616-hp 6.0L W12 engine.

February 19, 2013

2014 Bentley Continental Flying Spur Photos Leaked

The first photos of the 2014 Bentley Continental Flying Spur have leaked online ahead of its debut tomorrow. The new Continental Flying Spur gets an evolutionary redesign that brings it inline with the Continental GT and GTC models.

January 22, 2013

2014 Bentley Mulsanne Gets a Host of New Features

Bentley is introducing a range of new luxury features to its flagship model, the Mulsanne, which make their debut at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show in March. A new Comfort Specification, including comfort headrests, footrests and duck down filled loose cushions has also been introduced. An Entertainment Specification incorporates the latest in technological developments, with picnic tables designed for an iPad and wireless keyboard, with the cabin of the Mulsanne becoming a Wi-Fi Hotspot. Other enhancements include privacy curtains, new paint options and new bespoke fitted luggage

January 2, 2013

Bentley has officially taken the wraps off the 2013 Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible ahead of its debut at the Detroit Auto Show later this month. Last week the photos of the new Bentley leaked online, but now we have all the official info for what Bentley is calling "the fastest four-seat convertible in the world."

December 26, 2012

2013 Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible Gets An Early Debut

Photos of the 2013 Bentley Continental GT Speed Convertible have hit the internet ahead of its official world debut at the 2013 Detroit Auto Show. On the outside the GT Speed Convertible gets the same styling upgrades as the coupe version and under the hood it's powered by the same 6.0L W12 engine with 616 horsepower and 590 lb-ft. of torque. The 6.0L engine is mated to an eight-speed transmission, and the convertible will reach 0-60 mph in about four seconds.

October 11, 2012

VW May Delay New Bentley and Lamborghini SUVs

VW may put its new Bentley and Lamborghini SUVs on hold, according to information from company sources. The growing Europe economic crisis is largely to blame for the delay of the two SUVs, which have yet to receive the official green light from VW.

August 23, 2012

The 2013 Bentley Continental GT Speed, Bentley's fastest model ever is set to have its world debut at the Moscow Motor Show on August 29th. In preparation for its debut, Bentley has just released all the details for its new 205 mph all-wheel drive performance flagship.

August 20, 2012

Bentley Mulsanne Convertible Concept Previewed

Bentley has released a few sketches of the new Bentley Mulsanne Convertible Concept that is a a glimpse into the potential future of the marque's flagship family. Bentley says that the new concept appeals to "automotive connoisseurs seeking the ultimate in contemporary design, prestige and exclusivity, the Mulsanne Convertible Concept will be the world's most elegant and sophisticated convertible..."

July 6, 2012

Bentley Releases More Photos of the Bentley EXP 9 F Concept

Bentley has released more photos of the Bentley EXP 9 F Concept following its debut at the 2012 Goodwood Festival of Speed. According to Bentley, the new photos "reaffirms the concept's innovative fusion of contemporary, crafted luxury, advanced technology, commanding driving position and all-terrain capability. EXP 9 F also highlights Bentley's intent to build the fastest and most luxurious SUV in the world."

The debut of the EXP 9 F Concept at Goodwood is part of Bentley's process of gauging customer and public reaction to the idea of a Bentley SUV. It's next appearance will be at the Concours d'Elegance in Pebble Beach, California in August.

June 19, 2012

Bentley has unveiled its fastest production model ever, the new Continental GT Speed coupe. How fast is it? With 616 horsepower under the hood and a top speed of 205 mph, the Continental GT Speed is sure to satisfy a hardcore Bentley fan.

The Continental GT Speed is powered by an upgraded version of Bentley's 6.0L W12 twin-turbocharged engine. It puts out 616 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 590 lb-ft. of torque. The W12 is mated to a close-ratio, ZF eight-speed automatic transmission and a permanent all-wheel drive system. According to Bentley, the new transmission makes a significant contribution to an overall twelve percent improvement in fuel economy and CO2 emissions. The Continental GT Speed will reach 0-60 mph in 4.0 seconds.

March 5, 2012

Bentley Unveils the EXP 9 F SUV Concept in Geneva

Bentley has taken the wraps off the EXP 9 F luxury Sport Utility Vehicle concept at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. According to Bentley, the EXP 9 F is a glimpse of the future of Bentley. "The Company's designers and engineers have created a compelling new take on the Grand Touring Bentley - a vehicle that feels equally at home at an opera gala performance, on the sand dunes and the overtaking lane of the autobahn."

The EXP 9 F could become a third Bentley model-line alongside the Mulsanne and Continental GT, GTC and Flying Spur.

"We are very excited by the potential of a high performance, ultra-luxury Bentley SUV. We know that many Bentley customers already own SUVs, admiring their style, luxury, performance and versatility. With EXP 9 F, Bentley is making a clear statement of intent that we have both the expertise and desire to meet and exceed their expectations." Wolfgang Dürheimer, Chairman and Chief Executive, Bentley Motors.

"EXP 9 F had to represent the absolute pinnacle of the sport utility sector, setting a new benchmark for this type of vehicle. The style had to reflect Bentley's sporting character despite its radically different package and purpose together with sculptured, flowing surfaces in keeping with the Bentley tradition."

The exterior of the EXP 9 F applies traditional Bentley styling cues like its matrix grille and round head lights to an SUV. The designers were inspired not only by the more functional nature of EXP 9 F but by the "visible engineering" of the famous Blower Bentleys. For example, the day-time running lamp apertures also act as the charge cooler air intakes for the twin-turbo W12 engine, each with a dramatic, mesh-covered turbine fan design and "rifled" inner surface finish.

October 11, 2011

Bentley's Upcoming SUV to Get 12-Cyl Engine

It's already been reported that Bentley is hard at work on a new SUV for its lineup. Bentley CEO Wolfgang Dürheimer recently confirmed to Autocar that the SUV will be powered by a 12-cylinder engine.

"We will be first to use a 12-cylinder petrol engine in a luxury SUV. I like this idea; it makes clear whose car is the boss."

The 12-cylinder engine will most likely be a revised version of the W12 engine that powers the Continental line (above). Although Dürheimer confirmed that the Bentley SUV will get a 12-cylinder gasoline engine, it's possible that it will also get a 12-cylinder diesel engine as well.

August 24, 2011

2012 Bentley Continental GTC Unveiled Just Before the End of Summer

Bentley is going to officially debut the 2012 Continental GTC convertible next month in Frankfurt. The 2012 Continental GTC builds on the GT coupe, which is definitely not a bad thing.

The GTC is powered by the same 6.0L 12-cylinder engine as the coupe. It packs 567 horsepower and 516 lb-ft. of torque. The engine is mated to a six-speed automatic gearbox and an all-wheel-drive system with a 40:60 rear torque bias. All that power accelerates the GTC from 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds and it has a top speed of 195 mph.

The second-generation GTC rides on 20-inch wheels and features an interior that is more spacious and luxurious than the first model. Buyers can choose between a range of wood veneers and leather colors.

"The GTC has always been the most emotional model in the Continental range and a showcase for Bentley design. With its tailored soft top, the GTC is a pure British convertible true to those classic Bentleys of the past. However, the technology, performance and overall design excellence invested in this model means that we are now writing a new chapter for the Bentley convertible driver." -Wolfgang Dürheimer, Chairman and Chief Executive, Bentley Motors.

August 1, 2011

Bentley Continental GT V8 to Debut in Detroit

Currently the Bentley Continental GT is only powered by a twin-turbocharged 6.0L W12 engine, but sources claim that Bentley is set to debut a new engine at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show.

The Continental GT is going to get a new 4.0L V8, which will be sold alongside the W12 in the lineup. Bentley hasn't released the official specs, but it's being reported that the lighter and more fuel efficient engine provides a more sporting character than the 567-hp W12.

Before the V8 powered Continental GT is unveiled, Bentley is slated to debut the GTC convertible at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September.

February 17, 2011

Bentley is Working on a New Five-Door Coupe, Crossover and a Smaller GT

Bentley is hard at work on the development of three new models, which will borrow technology from Porsche.

The first model will be a five-door coupe version of the Contintental GT. It was originally thought that the five-door would be based on the same platform as the Audi A7 and upcoming A9, but instead it is going to be based on the next-generation Panamera. Power will come from a revised W12 engine with around 600-hp, a new turbocharged 4.0L V8 and a diesel.

Next is a crossover that will be based on the Porsche Cayenne. The Bentley crossover would be based on the Porsche, but would have the same engines as the five-door coupe.

The last model is a new coupe that would fit in below the Contintental GT in the Bentley range. It would mainly compete with the Maserati GranTurismo and Mercedes SL63 AMG.

We're going to have to wait a bit to see any of these models, which won't arrive until the next Panamera in 2015.

October 14, 2010

Bentley is Reportedly Working on a Four-Door Coupe

Apparently every luxury automaker wants a piece of the four-door coupe market. Aston Martin, Porsche, BMW and even Audi all already have one or one is in the works, so it's only natural that Bentley release one too. According to the latest reports Bentley is working on an entry-level four-door coupe that will be pitched against the Aston Martin Rapide and Porsche Panamera, but will be more expensive than the Mercedes CLS and upcoming four-door BMW 6 Series.

The four-door coupe take styling cues from the Continental GT and be smaller inside than the Flying Spur and Mulsanne. It will share its platform with the new Audi A7 Sportback and the next Audi A6. A 4.0L turbocharged V8 will power the coupe, which will be mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel-drive.

February 17, 2010

Geneva 10' Preview: 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible

Bentley has released details on the 2011 Continental Supersports Convertible, which will be unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show. Bentley claims that the Continental Supersports Convertible is the "fastest and most potent drop-top Bentley ever." It is powered by a twin-turbocharged 6.0-liter W12 that puts out 621 horsepower and 590 lb-ft. of torque. The engine is mated to a six-speed automatic and puts the power to the ground via a rear-biased all-wheel drive system. It can reach 0-60 mph in 3.9 seconds and has a top speed of 202 mph.

The 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible will be available this summer.

December 2, 2009

2011 Bentley Mulsanne Starts at $285,000

Bentley has announced the pricing for the 2011 Bentley Mulsanne that will go on sale in Fall 2010.

Bentley's newest flaghship, the Mulsanne has a starting price of $285,000. Of course once you start selecting options it will be over $300K. It is powered by a 6.75-liter V8 engine with 505 horsepower and 725 lb-ft of torque that is mated to an eight speed automatic transmission.

"Even at this very early stage, the expression of interest we've received easily exceeds our 2010 production targets. Mulsanne's credentials are a pure expression of Bentley design and craftsmanship, and that's struck a chord with Bentley enthusiasts as well as many of the potential customers we have welcomed for tours in Crewe this year. We've been encouraged by the positive commentary, notably from our American customers as the Mulsanne was privately previewed in seven metro markets across the country."

November 12, 2008

LA Preview: Bentley Azure T Unveiled with 500 HP

Bentley is going to officially unveil the Bentley Azure T at the LA Auto Show next week.

The Azure T is powered by a twin-turbocharged 6¾-liter V8 that puts out 500 horsepower and 737 lb-ft. of torque. This is an 11 percent improvement in horsepower and 14 percent improvement in torque over the lesser powered Azure. 0-60 mph comes in a fast (considering its weight) 5.2 seconds with a top speed of 179 mph.

November 26, 2007

VW is Planning Four New Platforms to Help it Catch up to Toyota

VW has a lofty goal of selling 10 million vehicles per year by 2018. In addition the automaker wants to close the gap between itself and Toyota. One of the automaker's new plans is to develop four architectures that can be used across the Volkswagen Group brands, including Lamborghini, Audi and Bentley.